Alfredo González
About Alfredo González
Alfredo González is the Platform Director at Faurecia, where he has worked since 2021. He specializes in new business acquisition for North America, focusing on Asian customers and leading initiatives to improve profitability and cost reduction for various automotive programs.
Current Role as Platform Director
Alfredo González serves as the Platform Director at Faurecia, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on new business acquisition for North America, with a particular emphasis on targeting Asian customers. His responsibilities include leading the quotation of new business opportunities across various platforms, including Just-In-Time (JIT) assembly and Tier 1/Kit components. González also supports special project initiatives aimed at enhancing CBU profitability and ensuring sustainable growth, which is reflected in the company's Profit and Loss (P&L) statements.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Prior to his current role, Alfredo González worked at Faurecia in several capacities. He served as the Program Manager Monozukuri (VAVE) from 2018 to 2021, where he was based in Auburn Hills, Michigan. He also held the position of Acquisition Manager (Acting) from 2020 to 2021. During his tenure, he led cost reduction initiatives for Nissan CBU programs, focusing on complete seat components, trim, frame structures, and plant processes. In 2023, he successfully secured new business for pneumatic systems and front seat structures.
Educational Background
Alfredo González has a strong educational background in engineering and finance. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering from Universidad de las Américas Puebla, where he studied from 2005 to 2010. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Corporate Finance (Business Financial Management) from the same institution, completing his studies from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he participated in an exchange program at The University of Nottingham, focusing on Manufacture and Management, during the 2008 to 2009 academic year.